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VW ID.5 vs Maxus Euniq 6 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 177 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 45800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Maxus Euniq 6?

VW ID.5

Maxus Euniq 6

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW ID.5 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Maxus Euniq 6 costs 45800 £. That’s a price difference of around 9018 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Maxus Euniq 6 with 21.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.80 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID.5 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 559 km, about 205 km more than the Maxus Euniq 6.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.5 has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Maxus Euniq 6 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID.5 performs a bit better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Maxus Euniq 6 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 369 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Maxus Euniq 6 is minimal lighter – 1960 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Maxus Euniq 6 offers clearly perceptible more room – 754 L compared to 549 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 decisively takes the win – 549 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 224 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.5 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £36,800
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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
VW ID.5
Maxus Euniq 6

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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Maxus Euniq 6

The Maxus Euniq 6 arrives as a practical, family-friendly electric MPV that blends sensible packaging with a surprisingly upmarket feel inside. It’s an easy choice for buyers after roomy versatility and low running costs, with a no-nonsense charm that makes daily driving less of a chore and more of a sensible pleasure.

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Maxus Euniq 6
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Costs and Consumption

Price
36800 - 48400 £
Price
45800 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.50 kWh
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
354 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Curb weight
1960 kg
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
754 L
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Length
4735 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Height
1736 mm
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
325 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
177 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.50 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
130 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Maxus
What drive types are available for the VW ID.5?

The VW ID.5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.